Container shipping Antwerp to Port Vila
Are you interested in a way to ship a container from Antwerp to Vila (VUVLI)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, it is great for bulk goods and it’s more than 50% cheaper than air. Shipping a container with sea freight such as refrigerated cargo or machinery is easy with shippinglines like SM Line. You can book different types of containers. An important distinction is a full container just for your freight (FCL) and a partial filled container (LCL). Via our portal you will receive actual information for the purpose of international transport Port Vila (VU VLI). We provide useful information about the different types of containers. Further on you can read a step-by-step import plan. Send you shipping details and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with low prices and great conditions.
- Ocean shipping is a quick, trustworthy and low cost-way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
- Compared to air transport, it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
- Sea freight is perfect for worldwide removals and transporting food or machinery.
- The Port of Port Vila offers excellent transit options in Vanuatu.
- Containers that are often transported are: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Insulated, Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Open-Top, Ventilated, Refrigerated containers.
Main topics
Shipping to Vila (VUVLI) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of shipping goods by sea using containers. Your goods are wrapped up in shipping containers. The freight forwarder (the middleman) will arrange the container. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of origin Port Vila (VU VLI), and will be shipped over the ocean to the importer at the arrival harbour. They provide you options like door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the next section you will find important information about the port of destination.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Port Vila |
| Country of destination | Vanuatu |
| Port Code | VUVLI |
| Transportation time | +/- 56 days |
| Shipping rates | $$$ |
| Port address | Harbour Master, PO Box 46, Port Vila, Vanuatu |
| E-mail address | vanuatu@containershippingservice.com |
| Website | www.vanuatugovernment.gov.vu/ |
| Phone number | 67822339 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Port Vila
- Freight Details
Enter the port of departure and the POD (port of destination). Choose if you want to ship a complete full container (FCL) or (LCL) Less Container Load. Find a container size that fits your goods (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
- Cargo preparations
To begin, make sure the freight is packed securely. To transport the cargo in good condition, we advise to put everything on pallets. For correct handling you must also label all goods.
- Documents Required for Exporting
If you are going to transport cargo to Vila (VUVLI), you should organize relevant export documents (for fast customs clearance): commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, packing list, bill of lading, packing declaration. A Bill of Lading is a document or contract that is provided to the shipper to acknowledge that they have received the goods and that they are ready to be shipped.
- Determine the desired Incoterm
Incoterms are relevant terms for worldwide shipping to define the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. The Incoterm defines who bears responsibility for e.g. insurance, transport and all documents. Popular incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Track and Trace shipment
Use the Ocean Shipment Tracking to see where your load is at this moment. You can see exactly when the freight has been departed from Port of Loading, has been transferred to the POD (port of destination) and the moment the consignee has confirmed that the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Vila (VUVLI) to Antwerp (BEANR): select the container that suits the freight
You received an order and want to ship a container from port of Port Vila – (VU VLI) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is highly recommended to pick the right container type. There are smaller and bigger boxes (20 foot, 40 foot) and different container agreements (LCL shipment or FCL shipping). We cooperate with several international shipping lines. Your cargo can be quickly transported to surrounding cities. In the next chapter you can read all important information about the most popular container types. You can also click through to our page about Cars transport.
What you need to know about the 20 FT container
20 ft. containers (some people call it dry van) is the most popular container size. They are easy to transport, so the transport costs are quite low. Widely used for transporting furniture and movings. Nice to know: 1 TEU is the indication for 1 20 foot container.
- This box is a very suitable choice for the shipment of goods in ocean freight.
- The size of a 20-foot container is: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
- You can use 11 pallets on one tier.
- In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.800 kg.
Details of a 40 foot container
The 40-foot container is identical to the 20-foot container, but once the size. Te 40ft is twice as big as the more standard 20ft. This makes it very economical for shipping large quantities of goods. In conclusion, there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ choice. They are 1 foot higher than a regular container. Ideal for tall items.
- Very popular with large and bulky goods.
- The dimensions of a 40-foot container are: 12 x 2,3 x 2,4 m.
- The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
- The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.700 kilogram.
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of FCL containers?
When you need a lot of container space, then renting a full container is the most interesting. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). You don’t have to share space with others. It is a popular transport method: Usually a faster transit time, limited chance of damage and it’s more cost-effective. Pay attention to the disadvantages: it is expensive for small loads and less convenient delivery options. Departing from another port? Also check out Rotterdam to Vila (VUVLI) and Hamburg to Vila (VUVLI).
- FCL means that you book a single container exclusively for your cargo transportation only.
- Load directly from factory or storage.
- Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
- Available at: e.g. MSC, Maersk, ONE, Hapag-Lloyd, COSCO.
In which situations do I choose an LCL container?
If a large full container is unnecessary, you can use be made of a shared container. You choose a LCL (Less Than Container Load) contract. The premise of LCL is that you just pay for the amount of space used in a single container. There are multiple advantages: for smaller loads, it is way cheaper than a full container, less inventory costs & management and more flexible during intense shipping season. Important: once you have more than half a container worth of goods, then FCL is probably your best bet. The cost of the shipment is determined by volume and weight.
- The premise of LCL is that your cargo is shipped in a partial container.
- The best choice for a charge between 2,5 m3 and 15,5 m3.
- You only pay for the space you are using.
- Easier to book during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. Evergreen, Wan Hai, ZIM, Yang Ming, POL.
What other types of containers are there
There is a wide range of boxes for the international transport of your cargo by sea. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. But there are also specific options for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, onions, potatoes, vegetables or other special goods. You can read all about it in the section below. You can also look further at transport options in Portland (USPDX), port of ICD Sanathnagar (INSNF), Ho Chi Minh City (VNSGN) harbor and terminal Portland (USPDX).
- Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like wheat and grains.
- Flat Rack Containers: a flat rack only has walls or support post on the ends.
- Hard-Top Containers: a specialized version of general dry van (with special roof).
- High-Cube Containers: perfect for carrying larger sized cargo and storing bigger items.
- Insulated Containers: perfect for storing goods that need a steady temperature.
- Open-Top Containers: are able to accommodate much larger objects.
- Palletwide Containers: provides a higher cubic capacity than standard boxes.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers can hold cargo above or below freezing point.
- Tank Containers: if you want to transport a large quantity of liquid as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: for cargoes that require ventilation in transit.
Main types of ocean freight: which items do you want to transport by sea?
Transporting load by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Port Vila (VUVLI) has a lot of pluses: low cost, it is effective for large quantities of goods and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. Much seen ocean cargo that are transported by sea are: roll on/roll off, liquid bulk, neo bulk, break bulk, dry bulk. Below you can read more information about it.
- Car shipping: your vehicle will be shipped safely and insured internationally.
- House Moving: choose reliable transport options for personal items (relocation).
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects shipped to a new home.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. petroleum, hydrogen, gasoline, diesel, chemicals, biofuels.
- Dry Bulk: grain, iron ore, grain and cement, rods, lumber, salt.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a type of shipping that is used for transporting things such as vehicles.
- Breakbulk: small containers of freight are unloaded from pallets and packed into the ship’s hold.
- Retail & other: items like clothes, medical/pharmacy, toys, electronic goods, art and antiques and shoes, machines, fashion, food, drinks.
All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Port Vila takes on average 56 days. The total distance is about 13000 nautical miles. 1 nautical mile is equivalent to 1.85 km. That makes the distance 24076 kilometers. When you ship a sea container, you get 2 types of important values: ETD and ETA. ETD means the expected departure time of the vessel. ETA stands for Estimated time of arrival of the ship or truck. The exact shipping time has several factors: condition of the hull, wind force and direction and possible maintenance.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Port Vila (Vanuatu) are slightly above average. The total costs are determined by various parts such as the size of the container, shipping route and supply and demand. Fill out our form for a customised quote and extra info.
When you are exporting goods to Port Vila, then you should pay attention to customs clearance. The following documents should be provided: Bill of Lading, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, Insurance Certificate, Commercial Invoice, Letter of Credit. For additional information and answers to questions you can contact the customs of Vanuatu or take a look at the website (www.vanuatugovernment.gov.vu/).
The Incoterms define the time and place from which the seller’s responsibility ends and the buyer’s begins. The most popular Incoterms for sea transport are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the seller pays for the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the destination port of the buyer’s choosing. Free on Board (FOB) includes: the supplier to pay for the delivery of the goods until the goods are loaded on board the ship. There are additionally more Incoterms 2000 like Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Carriage Paid To (CPT) and Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).